“Art plays a powerful role in bringing people together to share common experiences and explore new ideas. Now, more than ever, artists share hope and inspiration in a time of crisis. We are pleased to bring this popular program back again this year and we encourage local artists to apply.” — Angela Paparizo, Manager of Arts and Culture, City of Burlington
Artists are encouraged to submit artwork that focuses on inspiring and uplifting the community during these challenging times. This artwork will form an urban art gallery that can be experienced by residents while still practicing appropriate social distancing.
Artists wishing to apply to this project can get help to prepare their application and learn how to transfer their artwork/designs into a digital format. These educational opportunities will be offered via videoconference and email to make sure appropriate social distancing is practiced.
For deadlines and more information on how to get application help and/or apply, please visit www.burlington.ca/publicart.
Timeline:
| DEADLINE | ACTIVITY |
| July 6 to Aug. 10 | Application assistance available upon request |
| Aug. 21 | Application deadline |
| By Sept. 4 | Successful artists selected; enter into a contract with the City of Burlington |
| Sept. 8 to Oct. 6 | Project development: Artists work with Public Art staff to refine designs, finalize artwork concept and create digital artwork file |
| October through November | Installation and online project launch (date TBD) |
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